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Published on: Aug 07, 2021
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By: Infectious Disease Specialist

What Are The Symptoms Of Typhoid?

What are the symptoms of typhoid?

Typhoid is a disease that has an incubation period that can be anywhere from 5 to 28 days. If untreated it will lead to death within a week. Symptoms of typhoid include fever and vomiting with diarrhea or constipation, but the other symptoms are bloodshot eyes, cough, joint pain, headache, loss of appetite, etc.

The symptoms of typhoid are very much like any type of gastroenteritis, so the patient must go for stool tests and get bronchoscopy done to figure out what's exactly going on with their body. It's important not to treat typhoid like ordinary fever because if left completely unchecked this infection could kill somebody in just a matter of few days.

Typhoid is a disease caused by bacteria called Salmonella typhi. Its symptoms include high fever, weakness, intestinal upset, abdominal pain, and Constipation. There are often no other signs or symptoms like rash or spots on the skin. It is not typically dangerous unless it spreads to the bloodstream and causes septicemia (infection of the bloodstream).

Typhoid is transmitted from person to person through contaminated food and water; touching objects with traces of infected feces; drinking after someone who has been sick with typhoid fever (including their pets); kissing a person who has been sick with typhoid fever; being licked by an infected cat or dog scratch can lead to infection.

Poor appetite, tummy pains, excessive thirst, and chills are common symptoms of typhoid fever. Some people will also have a high fever. Those who live in the Southeast Asia area, Africa or Central America are more at risk than those living in Western countries. You can get it by consuming contaminated food or water which has been polluted with slurry from infected humans or animals carrying the disease to others through food chain contamination - human-to-human infection is extremely rare - but this would include raw foods such as salads etc. which provide a haven for bacteria and wild animals.

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Mosquito-Borne Diseases to Watch Out for in 2025

With changing weather patterns, longer monsoons, and rising humidity, 2025 is expected to see a spike in mosquito-borne illnesses across India. These diseases may seem common, but their symptoms can be severe—and in some cases, even fatal.

Let’s break down the mosquito-borne diseases to watch out for in 2025, their symptoms, risks, and how you can protect yourself and your loved ones.

What Are Mosquito-Borne Diseases?

These are illnesses spread by mosquito bites. When a mosquito bites someone infected with a virus or parasite, it can carry and transmit it to the next person it bites.

Mosquitoes like Aedes, Anopheles, and Culex species are the main culprits in spreading:

Dengue
Malaria
Chikungunya
Japanese Encephalitis
Zika Virus (less common in India)

Why 2025 Could Be a Riskier Year

Due to:

Heavy rainfall
Urban waterlogging
Higher humidity
Poor sanitation and stagnant water

…mosquito breeding will increase, especially during and after monsoon season. Experts suggest 2025 may see early outbreaks and longer illness durations.

1. Dengue Fever

Spread by: Aedes aegypti mosquitoes (bite during the day)
Symptoms:

High fever
Severe headaches
Muscle and joint pain
Skin rash
Low platelet count

Risks: If untreated, it can develop into Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever, which causes internal bleeding and organ failure.

Test to confirm:

Dengue NS1 Antigen (early detection)
IgM/IgG antibodies

2. Malaria

Spread by: Anopheles mosquitoes (bite at night)
Symptoms:

Cyclic fever and chills
Sweating
Headaches
Vomiting
Muscle pain

Risks:
Severe malaria can affect the brain (cerebral malaria) or kidneys. Delayed treatment is dangerous.

Test to confirm:

Malaria antigen test
Peripheral smear test

3. Chikungunya

Spread by: Aedes mosquitoes
Symptoms:

Sudden fever
Joint pain that may last weeks or months
Headache
Rash
Fatigue

Risks:
Chronic arthritis-like symptoms may linger long after the virus is gone.

Test to confirm:

Chikungunya IgM Antibody test

4. Japanese Encephalitis (JE)

Spread by: Culex mosquitoes
Mostly affects: Children and young adults in rural or semi-urban areas

Symptoms:

High fever
Confusion
Seizures
Stiff neck
Vomiting

Risks:
Severe cases can lead to brain swelling, coma, or even death. JE has a vaccine available.

Test to confirm:

JE IgM Antibody ELISA

5. Zika Virus (Less Common but Rising Risk)

Spread by: Aedes mosquitoes
Symptoms:

Mild fever
Rash
Conjunctivitis (red eyes)
Joint pain

Special risk:
In pregnant women, Zika can cause birth defects like microcephaly.

Test to confirm:

Zika virus RT-PCR test

How to Protect Yourself in 2025

Here are easy steps to prevent mosquito bites and reduce illness risk:

Use Repellents

Apply mosquito repellents on skin and clothes
Use plug-in vaporizers or coils at home

Avoid Stagnant Water

Clear water from flower pots, coolers, and garbage areas
Clean water tanks and gutters regularly

Wear Full-Sleeved Clothes

Cover arms and legs, especially during dawn and dusk

Install Nets

Use mosquito nets around beds and windows

Get Tested Early

If you feel feverish or have symptoms after a mosquito bite, get tested quickly from trusted labs like SecondMedic.com, powered by Thyrocare

Conclusion

The year 2025 may bring fresh challenges in the form of rising mosquito-borne illnesses. Staying informed, preventing bites, and getting tested early are your best defenses.

Don’t wait for symptoms to worsen. Be alert, act early, and protect your loved ones from mosquito-borne diseases to watch out for in 2025.

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